Teak Sawn Timber Boards from China
Plantation-grown teak (Tectona grandis) sawn lengthwise, planed, and exceeding 6mm for marine and outdoor applications. Fits 4407.29.02.96 as unspecified other tropical sawn wood. Highly valued for oil-rich durability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide FSC certification for sustainable sourcing claims; measure thickness post-planing
• Ensure heat-treated for pests
• Common error: classifying kiln-dried as 'worked'